English dictionary
trammel
/'tr/&/m/@/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a fishing net with three layers; the outer two are coarse mesh and the loose inner layer is fine mesh
Synonyms trammel netSource: WordNet 3.0
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an adjustable pothook set in a fireplace
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a restraint that is used to teach a horse to amble
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A kind of net for catching birds, fishes, or other prey.
Source: webster1913
verb
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catch in or as if in a trap
Source: WordNet 3.0
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place limits on (extent or access)
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To entangle, as in a net; to catch.
Source: webster1913